Assistant Director for Student-Athlete Support Services

University of California; Moscow (ID); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Idaho seeks an Assistant Director for Student-Athlete Support Services to provide comprehensive academic counseling and progress monitoring for student-athletes. The role includes monitoring eligibility, enrollment, and summer bridge activities, and coordinating outreach to prospective athletes and mentors.

The position reports to the Assistant Athletic Director for SASS and requires experience in higher education, NCAA rules, and leading program teams.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a higher education setting.
• One year of experience with NCAA rules and academic eligibility.
• One year of experience providing academic support to student-athletes.
• Experience leading others in setting program goals and designing program activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic counseling and progress monitoring for student-athletes.
• Assist in monitoring continuing eligibility, enrollment, and summer bridge programs.
• Meet with prospective student-athletes on recruiting visits and mentor at-risk students.
• Supervise the SASS graduate assistant and coordinate the student-athlete mentor program.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Integrity

Learning theories

FERPA knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in communication, education, psychology, or sport management

Master’s degree in Counseling, Education, or Athletic Administration

Job description

Assistant Director for Student-Athlete Support Services

Position Title Assistant Director for Student-Athlete Support Services

Location Moscow

Posting Context Statement

Position Overview

This position provides academic services for all student-athletes through the Department of Athletics Student-Athlete Support Services ( SASS ) unit. The position reports to the Assistant Athletic Director of Student-Athlete Support Services ( SASS ) . Duties include academic counseling and academic progress monitoring, assisting the Assistant AD for SASS in monitoring continuing eligibility, enrollment assistance and monitoring, summer bridge, meeting with prospective student-athletes on recruiting visits, mentoring student-athletes who present academic risk factors, supervising the SASS graduate assistant, serving as the Admissions Liaison, and coordinating the student-athlete mentor program. The incumbent maintains close liaison with UI athletic administrators, coaching staffs, faculty, and campus academic support areas and serves as a member of the administrative staff.

• Two years of experience working in a higher education setting
• One year of experience working with NCAA rules and regulations associated with academic eligibility and certification
• One year of experience providing academic support to student-athletes in the form of academic advising, student services, student affairs, student support and/or student retention efforts
• Experience leading others in setting program goals and designing program activities

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in communication, education, psychology, or sport management

Required Other

• Must be eligible for applicable professional organizations and memberships
• Ability to work non-standard business hours which may include weekends and evenings
• Ability to travel periodically

Additional Preferred

Education

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Education, or Athletic Administration

Experience

• Experience in an academic support unit for student-athletes, preferably at the NCAA Division I level
• Administrative experience in a higher education setting
• Experience analyzing program data to inform program decisions and evaluate program outcomes

Skills/Ability to

• Ability to multi-task and work under tight timelines
• Demonstrated professional credibility and personal integrity
• Knowledge of theories, models and practices of college learning, study skills, collaborative learning, academic success strategies
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations regarding student records ( FERPA , HIPPA , Clery Act, and other legislation regarding students’ rights and services)

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• None

Degree Requirement

Listed degree qualification is required at time of application

Posting Information

FLSA Status Exempt

Employee Category Exempt

Pay Range $55,000 annually or higher, commensurate with experience

Type of Appointment Fiscal Year

FTE 1.0

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. No

Posting Date 07/30/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications received by August 13, 2026 will receive first consideration.

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

EEO Statement

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.